BLM 5971a

Colorado

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1.7 mi

Distance

500 ft

Gain

17 min

Time

Conditions: Clear

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Part of Trails near Salida

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BLM 5971a

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Elevation & route

Distance
1.7 mi
Elevation gain
500 ft
Elevation loss
997 ft
Highest point
7,632 ft
Lowest point
7,246 ft

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About this trail

BLM 5971A is a short but scenic trail option in the Salida area, offering mountain bikers a quick ride through public lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management. At just under 1.7 miles, this trail is perfect for riders looking to squeeze in a quick adventure or combine it with other nearby routes in the Trails near Salida system. The trail provides access to the diverse riding opportunities available on BLM lands around this popular Colorado mountain biking destination.

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Bureau of Land Management

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Four Seasons RV Park

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Monarch Spur RV Park

Mountain Biking business nearby (~16 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet

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